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Role overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Transmission Line Engineer (Transmission Line Engineering Staff I) to join their Transmission & Structural team within Energy Services in San Diego, TX. This is a development-focused position supporting overhead transmission line design, PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE/PLS-TOWER modeling, structure loading and sag-tension calculations, drawing preparation, and field/data support under senior staff guidance. Ideal for recent graduates or engineers with up to 4 years' experience who hold or are pursuing EIT certification and long-term PE ambitions.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist with transmission line design and modeling using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER under senior staff direction
• Perform structure loading, sag-tension, and clearance calculations with senior review
• Prepare plan-and-profile drawings, structure lists, and material lists
• Support field data collection, LiDAR-based modeling, and as-built verification
• Compile calculation packages and help check project deliverables
• Coordinate with structural, civil, and geotechnical team members on assigned tasks
• Participate in mentorship, training, and professional development programs

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What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field
• 0–4 years of engineering experience; internships or co-ops welcomed
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or in-progress
• Foundational knowledge of structural analysis and engineering design principles
• Strong attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and effective written/verbal communication
• Preferred: coursework or experience in power/transmission, structural, or utility engineering
• Preferred exposure to PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, AutoCAD, or MicroStation
• Familiarity with NESC or ASCE design standards is a plus
• Interest in pursuing PE licensure and a long-term career in transmission engineering

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $67,000 — $77,000 per year (salary transparency provided)
• Employment type: Contract / Full-time
• Benefits (typical): Flexible work environment, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays

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Location & Work Type

• Primary work location: San Diego, TX (on-site / field work as required)
• This role requires ability to travel to project sites for field data collection and as-built verification

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Why apply via Careertakes

As a third-party recruiting partner, Careertakes will help manage the hiring process and may present additional matched opportunities. Confidential Client is committed to a people-first culture that supports growth through mentorship and training — this role is a clear pathway into transmission engineering.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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